Kingsport, Tenn. - Kingsport City Schools is now accepting applications for the 2021-22 class of Insight KCS, an opportunity for up to 10-15 area residents to learn more about the inner workings of all KCS educational and functional operations.

Insight KCS is an initiative that provides opportunities for stakeholders and potential advocates from various sectors of the Kingsport community to study the full scope of education and operations of Kingsport City Schools. During six sessions occurring throughout the 2021-22 school year, accepted program participants will review the full scope of Kingsport City Schools. Session times are 8 a.m. - 1 p.m. on the following dates:

• Friday, September 24, 2021 – Orientation, Leadership, and KCS Organizational Overview
• Friday, October 29, 2021 – KCS Vision
• Friday, December 3, 2021 – Teaching and Learning
• Friday, January 28, 2022 – School Facilities and Operations
• Friday, February 25, 2022 – Business Operations and Community Engagement
• Friday, March 25, 2022 – Student Services

Sessions will occur within KCS COVID-19 operational protocols and program specifics and agenda are subject to change.  

 

Full attendance and participation in the Insight KCS program is expected. Applicants must be 21 years of age or older to apply, and individual interviews may be held prior to participant selection. A $100 tuition fee is charged to offset program expenses.

Kingsport City Schools (KCS) is a public school district located in Kingsport, Tenn., serving students in Sullivan and Hawkins county. The district is comprised of 13 schools, including a Pre-K, eight elementary schools, two middle schools, one high school, a high school program of choice, and an alternative learning program; with a total enrollment of over 7,400 students. The vision of Kingsport City Schools is to Inspire. Cultivate. Impact.